Senators Merkley and Wyden criticize Secretary Noem for alleged federal law violations regarding partisan TSA videos at airports.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden have criticized DHS Secretary Kristi Noem for allegedly violating federal law by directing airports to show partisan videos at TSA checkpoints. They argue that these actions not only breach Section 715 of P.L. 118-47 but also insult federal employees working without pay.
The senators stated, "Federal law clearly prohibits using federal funding for partisan political activities," and they are demanding the immediate removal of the videos and accountability for the resources used in their creation. Notably, some airports, including Portland International Airport, have chosen not to air the video due to its political nature.
Merkley and Wyden, along with other Senate colleagues, have previously urged the Trump Administration to eliminate political messaging from government communications, emphasizing that such actions violate federal laws aimed at preventing partisan use of public resources.
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